Vedic plants

-By Sonakshi
Tulsi
•Tulsi The Tulsi plant also known as “ basil “is very common plant in Indian
Households. It is the most sacred of all the herbs found in India. It has been
used in India from more then 5000 years and is well known for its healing
properties on mind ,body and soul. The Tuldi plant is also known as
Ocimum tenuiflorum.
neem
• neem, (Azadirachta indica), also called Nim or Margosa, fast-growing tree of the
mahogany family (Meliaceae), valued as a medicinal plant, as a source of organic
pesticides, and for its timber. Neem is likely native to the Indian subcontinent and to
dry areas throughout south Asia. Nearly all parts of the neem tree are useful, and
many of its medicinal and cosmetic uses are based on its antibacterial and antifungal
properties. Neem is commonly used in shampoos for treating dandruff and in soaps
or creams for skin conditions such as acne
BRAHMI
Bacopa monnnieri also called Brahmi, water hyssop, thyme-leaved gratiola,
and herb of grace, is a staple plant in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It grows
in wet, tropical environments, and its ability to thrive underwater makes it
popular for aquarium use.
GILLOY
What is Giloy ? ... According to a shloka of Charak Samhita, Giloy is one of the main herbs
with a bitter taste. It is used in various disorders and also helps alleviate Vata and Kapha
dosha. Giloy also gets its name Heart-leaved moonseed by its heart-shaped leaves and its
reddish fruit.
ashwagandha
• For hundreds of years, people have used the roots and orange-red fruit of ashwagandha for
medicinal purposes. The herb is also known as Indian ginseng or winter cherry.
• The name “ashwagandha” describes the smell of its root, meaning “like a horse.” By definition,
ashwa means horse.
• Practitioners use this herb as a general tonic to boost energy and reduce stress and anxiety.
Some also claim that the herb may be beneficial for certain
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